GRANDMA'S FAVORITE HOT CROSS BUNS
My husband's Grandma used to make these every year for Good Friday, and I carry on the tradition with my own version of her recipe. I make 6 dozen every year, and they all disappear. -Jill Evely, Wilmore, Kentucky
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 1h
Yield 6 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a very large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk. Add oil, eggs, egg yolks, sugar, cinnamon, salt, cardamom, yeast mixture and 10 cups flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a firm dough. Stir in raisins. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1-1/4 hours. , Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface. Cover and let rest 10 minutes. Divide into 72 pieces; shape each into a ball. Place 2 in. apart in 4 greased 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 40 minutes. , Preheat oven to 375°. Combine egg whites and water; brush over tops. Bake 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool. For icing, combine confectioners' sugar, butter and enough milk to achieve desired consistency. Pipe a cross on top of each bun.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 219 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 120mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
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[email protected]I love the flavor of these hot cross buns. The spices are perfectly balanced, and the buns are not too sweet.
Eva Thomas-Pires
[email protected]These hot cross buns are the perfect way to celebrate Easter. They're delicious, easy to make, and they look beautiful.
Katlego Eyman
[email protected]I've never made hot cross buns before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. The buns turned out great, and they were delicious!
LissaLynn Tench
[email protected]These hot cross buns are so good! I love the combination of spices and the soft, fluffy texture.
Radhika Tamang
[email protected]I made these hot cross buns for my family, and they loved them! They said they were the best hot cross buns they've ever had.
Imam Ail
[email protected]I've tried many different hot cross bun recipes, but this one is by far the best. The buns are so soft and fluffy, and the flavor is amazing.
MD Khalid Hassan
[email protected]These hot cross buns are the perfect Easter treat. They're delicious, easy to make, and they look beautiful.
Lata Moti Ofgaha
[email protected]I love the flavor of these hot cross buns. The spices are perfectly balanced, and the buns are not too sweet.
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[email protected]These hot cross buns are so easy to make, and they turn out perfect every time. I've made them several times now, and they're always a hit.
Thalia Hernandez
[email protected]I made these hot cross buns for Easter brunch, and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them, and they were gone in no time.
Gazi Gaming YT
[email protected]These hot cross buns are the best I've ever had! They're so soft and fluffy, and the flavor is amazing. I will definitely be making these again and again.